MONDAVI RESIGNS FROM PRIMUM FAMILIAE VINI

Published: 23 July, 2008

The Mondavi family has left the Primum Familiae Vini (PFV) group of wineries, following the purchase of the Robert Mondavi winery by Constellation (Harpers, 12 November). Miguel Torres Maczassek, PFV president, said in an official statement: I regret to inform you that due to changes in the ownership and control of the Robert Mondavi company, which has recently been acquired by Constellation Brands, the PFV accepts the resignation of the Mondavi family from our association. The Robert Mondavi company no longer complies with the articles of our association, which state that each member of PFV should be family-owned.' Current members include: Antinori, Drouhin, Pol Roger, Hugel, Jaboulet, Torres and the Symingtons.